Blast Off into the Night Sky with a Star Party! Join the East Valley Astronomy Club (EVAC) and HD SOUTH for an out-of-this-world evening under the stars! EVAC—home to over 100 stargazing enthusiasts since 1987—invites you to explore the wonders of the universe at the Observatory at the Riparian Preserve. Learn about the cosmos and […]

Kids (ages 7+), teens, and adults are invited to participate in a dynamic self-defense session led by certified black belt instructors from East Valley Martial Arts. These skilled and supportive professionals are experienced in teaching practical, age-appropriate techniques to both children and adults. Participants will learn physical self-defense skills, street smarts, and how to prevent […]

Local author Sande Roberts will be sharing her heartwarming book, Blake’s Big Day. Sande will read from her book and introduce participants to Blake, a rescue cat who finds a forever home with a man named Glen. What starts as a simple adoption quickly turns into something extraordinary—when Blake alerts Glen during a seizure, their […]

Welcome back Michelle Simoneaux, MA, RN!Happy to have Michelle return to share her insights on the therapeutic power of art. Her artistic journey began before age 12 with sketching, oil painting, and sculpting. While raising her children, she continued exploring creativity through crafting, cake decorating, and sewing. Later, Michelle pursued a nursing degree and became […]